03/25/2024
From Crippling Bone Pain to Long-Term Remission
Jeff Finerman had a good and pretty ordinary life until 2013, when he was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer at age 62. For the next eight years or so, his life was more like a roller coaster ride, with serious lows and amazing highs. Now, 11 years after that diagnosis,. Read More
03/21/2024
Personalized Diagnosis for Veterans
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has two weapons of unprecedented power that are already having a mighty effect on cancer research and treatment: its sheer magnitude and its infrastructure. With 1,323 VA care sites and 173 medical centers across the U.S. and a massive patient population of about. Read More
03/18/2024
Racing to Fund a Cure
This past weekend, Ramiro Siliezar competed in the Los Angeles Marathon. And that’s not even his first race of 2024 – he warmed up with a couple of half marathons and a Super Bowl Sunday fun run. Nearly every morning, Ramiro begins his day with a run on the beach. Read More
Challenge Awards – Class of 2023
The PCF Challenge Award Winners - Class of 2023 recipients are: 2023 J.C. Kennedy Foundation, GTSN-PCF Challenge Award Targeting Neuroendocrine Cells in Prostate Cancer with Small Molecule and Targeted Radionuclide Therapies Principal Investigators: Andrew Armstrong, MD (Duke University), Jiaoti Huang, MD (Duke University) Co-Investigators: Michael Zalutsky, PhD (Duke University), Susan. Read More
03/12/2024
Thai Chicken-Vegetable Collard Green Wraps
This month's recipe showcases collard greens, so let’s dig in to the benefits of leafy green vegetables! It is no surprise that salads are healthy, but you may or may not know about some of the deeper, darker varieties of greens that are considered super vegetables. So, what makes something. Read More
02/27/2024
Palliative Care for Advanced Prostate Cancer: Treat the Symptoms and Feel Better!
“Getting palliative care doesn’t mean you’re dying!” says Alicia Morgans, M.D., M.P.H., a PCF-funded investigator and Medical Director of the Survivorship Program at Dana Farber Cancer Institute. But a lot of patients, and their families think so; instead, the reaction may be: “Oh, no. It’s time. I’ve been moved to. Read More
02/12/2024
Stuffed Red Peppers
This rustic-style entrée is packed with “superfoods” – high-fiber, nutrient-rich chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, and bell peppers. A little ground turkey goes a long way in this otherwise plant-based dish. Want to make it vegan? Swap the turkey for plant-based ground meat (warning: high in sodium!) or add some extra beans.. Read More
02/05/2024
The HOPE Motorcycle Rally: Blazing a Path for the Cure
Dave lost his life to prostate cancer on January 13, 2024. The Prostate Cancer Foundation is truly grateful for his vision for this event and for all of the support over the years. We send condolences to his family. This story was originally published in September 2023. * Dave Tozer. Read More
02/02/2024
CMS Releases Final Rule to Broaden Access to Health Data and Improve Prior Authorization
Key points: Prior authorization means that healthcare providers must get approval in advance from a health plan before providing a certain service (e.g., procedure or medication). The process can be complex and can delay care. This regulation means that beginning in 2026, payers must issue a decision within a specific. Read More
01/23/2024
Highlights from PCF’s 30th Annual Scientific Retreat
PCF hosts an Annual Scientific Retreat to share the latest research findings, inspire collaboration, promote mentorship, and honor the newest awardees. Meeting sessions at the 30th Retreat addressed basic biology and genetics research, clinical trials, treatment resistance, and the future of AI in prostate cancer. Below are just a few. Read More